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Summary of Reading in 40 words:
Abstract art is about keeping an open mind, and tou have to allow the emotions and sensations you feel when you look at the art to emerge. The shapes, figures and colours create a visual experience to evoke emotions in you.
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color
line
texture
composition
pattern
creativity
swirling shapes
intepretation
visual experience
forms
sensations
vibrant
intricately detailed
forms
material
elements
representational art
emotions
memories
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Week 1
Artist Reference: NAME OF ARTIST (year to year)
Source: https://www.oilpaintings.com/robert-delaunay-paintings-man-with-a-tulip-also-known-as-portrait-of-jean-metzinger?srsltid=AfmBOoqVPJSbkcJJX39V05Z4tS5GbsRQWGNKL8QgtX_JyEzeKxA6B_--
Title of Work: Man with a tulip
Year: 1906
Medium: oil, canvas
Dimensions: 72.39 x 48.58 cm
Location: private collection
SEE
(Describe what you see)
THINK
(Analyse & Interpret)
WONDER
(Develop Curiosity)
What do you see?
i see a person with a cigarette in their mouth, and a flower in their pocket.
What are the subjects in the Artwork?
a flower, a man, a cigarette
What are the Elements of Art used in the Artwork?
lines, shapes, texture, colour
What are some subjects in the foreground, middleground and background of the Artwork?
in the foreground, there is a man, with a cigarette in his mouth. in the background, there is a painting.
How are the subject matters arranged?
Foreground: Man is centered, drawing focus.
Main Subject: Tulip held closely
Background: Muted to keep attention on the man and tulip.
Why did you think the artist arranged the subjects in this manner?
i think the artist arranged the subjects in this manner so that the man and the tulip will be in the spotlight, and is emphasized.
What do you think the Artist is trying to communicate in the artwork? How does the artwork make you feel?
i think the artist is trying to convey emotions of warmth and peace. This artwork makes me feel very relaxed, as the man is calmly sitting down and smoking, looking seemingly calm and at peace
How do you think the elements of art were used to convey the Artist's intentions?
i think the artist intended to give the painting a more upbeat and brighter tone. the brush strokes and colour use exhibits the same, as it used many bright and vibrant colours.
How was principles of design used to communicate and idea/ emotion? '
beautiful, calm colours are used in the painting, which conveys the idea of relaxation.
Why do you think the Artist emphasised certain element in the work?
I think the artist emphasised on the man, to draw more attention to him as he was the subject of the work.
What are you curious about the Artwork?
i am curious about what the man is peering at.
What are you wondering about the Artist's thought processes?
i wonder why the artist drew both a cigaratte and a tulip, even though both symbolize two very different meanings.
What is interesting to you about this Artwork? And why?
something interesting about this artwork is how the brush strokes are very short and thick. they are dotted, and are not full lines.
Are there any areas such as the title, style, or medium of the artwork that you are unsure and would like to know more?
I am unsure of the style, i do not know what the style of brushstrokes are named.
What do you like to keep, destroy or replace? Why?
i would like to keep the man and the tulip, perhaps, destroy the painting at the background, but replace the cigarette with another object.
Week 2: Understanding Abstract Art
Sketches - Circles and Bubbles, Pyramids, Organic Folds
Lines
straight and curved lines.
intention: show movement.
circles
circles of different proportions, clumped together
intention: show the difference in proportion.
Triangles
triangles hanging by one another
intention: show hanging by a hook.
Week 3 and 5: Wire Sculpting Units
The Cuboid, Pyramid and Perfect Sphere
Cuboid wire sculpture
My Challenges: (30 words)
My challenge is not being able to tie the wire sculptures together. it is not secured whenever i attempt to make the wire sculpture sturdy and strong enough. the wires also do not turn out like the shape of the Object.
My Strategies to overcome them: (30 words)
I overcame them by learning how to tie it many times, and secure it better. I overcame it by persevering and trying to shape the object properly. i also managed to use the tools provided to bend it such that it would be in the correct shape.
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